Predictions, betting odds, and analyses for WNBA matches on August 9
The WNBA is gearing up for an exciting doubleheader today, with the Indiana Fever taking on the Chicago Sky and the Los Angeles Sparks facing off against the Golden State Valkyries. Here's a rundown of the latest news, odds, and projections for both games.
Indiana Fever vs. Chicago Sky
The Chicago Sky are currently struggling, with a 1-9 record against the spread (ATS) in their last 10 games. However, the market has moved a point towards Chicago, with the total dropping from 165.5 to 162.5. T Shoe Index projects the Sky to win by 7.5 points against the Fever, with a total score of 169.
Unfortunately, the Fever will be without Aari McDonald, Sydney Colson, and Caitlin Clark for the rest of the season due to injuries. Ariel Atkins' return to the Chicago Sky lineup has made a significant difference in the backcourt.
Los Angeles Sparks vs. Golden State Valkyries
In contrasting styles, the Los Angeles Sparks have a record of 9-1 to the Over in their last 10 games, while the Golden State Valkyries have a record of 3-7 O/U in their last 10. The total for this game has increased by half a point. The market has moved 2 points towards the Los Angeles Sparks.
As for T Shoe Index's projections, they are not available for this game. However, the Los Angeles Sparks have been successful ATS on the road this year, with a record of 11-4 ATS away from home. In the last five road games of the Los Angeles Sparks, the total combined points scored has been 183.
Important Injury Updates
Caitlin Clark’s injury return date has been updated by ESPN, indicating she is currently sidelined but expected to return in the near future. However, specific details on Aari McDonald and Sydney Colson’s injury status are not explicitly stated in the top search results. For the most detailed and current updates, monitoring official WNBA team reports or ESPN’s ongoing injury status page is recommended.
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Let's enjoy the doubleheader and root for our favourite teams!
Despite the Fever's injury concerns with Aari McDonald, Sydney Colson, and Caitlin Clark, the Chicago Sky, with Ariel Atkins back, are projected to win by 7.5 points in the WNBA matchup against the Indiana Fever, according to T Shoe Index. Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Sparks are favored to win against the Golden State Valkyries, with the market having moved 2 points towards them, even though T Shoe Index's projections are not available for this game.
